ZIP Code 47957, Indiana
ZIP Code 47957 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 47957 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Jasper County / Pulaski County, Indiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,071. The land area covers 60.19 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,071 | ±306 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 29.9 yrs | ±7.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 749 | ±129 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 934 | ±158 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 749 | ±129 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 185 | ±114 |
| Median Home Value | $159,400 | ±$9,421 |
| Median Gross Rent | $846 | ±$386 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $61,002 | ±$3,710 |
| Per Capita Income | $21,741 | ±$2,749 |
| Poverty Rate | 10.6% | ±5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 218 | ±108 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.4% | ±2.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 863 | ±167 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93.7% | ±6% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 33,387 (2024)
ID: 194493
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: AUDITOR OF JASPER COUNTY
115 W WASHINGTON ST, STE 200, RENSSELAER IN 47978-2829
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Winamac, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Wheatfield, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-05 | Wheatfield, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Wheatfield, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Knox, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Knox, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Knox, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | North Judson, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | North Judson, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Rensselaer, IN |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Taylor Institute of Cosmetology II
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College Vocational | 19.2 mi away | 320 E Culver Rd, Knox, IN, 46534 |
5747725500
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FRANCESVILLE-SALEM TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.2 mi away | 201 WEST MONTGOMERY STREET, FRANCESVILLE, IN, 47946 |
(219) 567-9433
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SAN PIERRE BRANCH
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Library | 7.6 mi away | 103 SOUTH BROADWAY, SANPIERRE, IN, 46374 |
(219) 828-4352
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NORTH JUDSON-WAYNE TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.2 mi away | 208 KELLER AVENUE, NORTH JUDSON, IN, 46366 |
(574) 896-2841
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WHEATFIELD BRANCH
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Library | 11.5 mi away | 350 SOUTH BIERMA STREET, WHEATFIELD, IN, 46392 |
(219) 956-3774
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PULASKI COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.6 mi away | 121 SOUTH RIVERSIDE DRIVE, WINAMAC, IN, 46996 |
(574) 946-3432
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MONON TOWN & TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.6 mi away | 427 NORTH MARKET STREET, MONON, IN, 47959 |
(219) 253-6517
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LA CROSSE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.8 mi away | 307 E MAIN STREET, LA CROSSE, IN, 46348 |
(219) 754-2606
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KOUTS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.0 mi away | 101 EAST DAUMER ROAD, KOUTS, IN, 46347 |
(219) 462-0524
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JASPER COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.8 mi away | 208 WEST SUSAN STREET, RENSSELAER, IN, 47978 |
(219) 866-5881
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at FRANCESVILLE, IN US, located 7.3 miles from ZCTA5 47957. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31.5° | 15.5° | 23.5° | 2.33" | 8.9" |
| February | 36.0° | 18.4° | 27.2° | 1.96" | 7.4" |
| March | 47.3° | 27.7° | 37.5° | 2.50" | 3.3" |
| April | 60.3° | 38.0° | 49.2° | 3.68" | 0.4" |
| May | 71.5° | 49.7° | 60.6° | 3.91" | 0.0" |
| June | 80.2° | 59.3° | 69.7° | 4.33" | 0.0" |
| July | 83.0° | 62.2° | 72.6° | 4.90" | 0.0" |
| August | 81.4° | 60.3° | 70.9° | 4.17" | 0.0" |
| September | 76.6° | 52.5° | 64.5° | 3.17" | 0.0" |
| October | 63.8° | 41.2° | 52.5° | 3.14" | 0.0" |
| November | 48.9° | 30.7° | 39.8° | 2.62" | 0.9" |
| December | 36.7° | 21.5° | 29.1° | 2.16" | 5.4" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medaryville town | Town | 0.9 mi | — |
| Francesville town | Town | 7.2 mi | — |
| San Pierre CDP | CDP | 7.6 mi | — |
| North Judson town | Town | 10.2 mi | — |
| Wheatfield town | Town | 11.5 mi | — |
| Pulaski CDP | CDP | 14.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 47957. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.